LandmarksFree cancel
30 minutes
1 / 19
- Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
- Cooking Classes
- Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
- Small Group
Madrid Tapas & Paella Cooking Experience with Local Market Visit
- Duration3 hours 30 min
- GroupShared · max 12
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Take a deep dive into Spanish cuisine and culture by getting hands-on in the kitchen. After a tour of a traditional market with an expert local guide, you’ll head into a modern private kitchen space to make traditional paella, tapas, and dessert. By the time you sit down to enjoy your homemade lunch, you’ll understand the crucial role that food plays in everyday life here in Spain, the fascinating history behind paella, and cooking techniques you can bring back to your own kitchen.
What you will do
Meet your guide near one of Madrid’s most historic markets, where neighborhood residents have been shopping for over a century. Head inside to discover a gastronomic haven of delicious, high-quality Spanish products that form the building blocks of local cuisine. Chat with the vendors and pick up fresh ingredients to take back to the kitchen. Now that you have a solid understanding of Spanish food basics, it’s time to get hands-on. You’ll head behind the scenes of one of the most exciting restaurants in Madrid’s Huertas neighborhood into a beautiful cooking space reserved just for your small group. Enjoy a typical aperitif of sweet vermouth with products from the local market. Over the next few hours, you'll work in the kitchen with your group to prepare typical Spanish tapas, homemade croquetas and patatas bravas with two homemade sauces. Sit down to enjoy your homemade lunch and seasonal fruit from the market for dessert with your choice of beer or wine. You'll feel bonded to this new group of friends after cooking this special meal together. Leaving class, you'll have a deeper knowledge of Spanish cuisine and several easy, delicious recipes to recreate in your own kitchen.
Places you'll visit
- Mercado de Anton MartinCalle Santa Isabel 5, C/ Duque Fernán Núñez, Madrid, 28012, Spain
Food & drink
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Start
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Plazuela Anton Martín 28012 near the metro stop and statue of El Abrazo (the Hug).
End / drop-off
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Plazuela Anton Martín 28012 near the metro stop and statue of El Abrazo (the Hug).
Redemption
Attraction start point
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows. - Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients. - This tour has enough food for a full lunch and drinks are included. - First hour of tour may consist of standing, please wear comfortable shoes. - Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated. - Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
What's included
Included
- A traditional aperitivo (drink and snack)
- Private kitchen & tasting space at a local restaurant
- Antón Martín market
- Fully guided experience in English
- Drinks
- Enough food for lunch and dessert
- Huertas/Lavapiés neighborhood
- Small group cooking class of 12 people or fewer
Not included
- Gratuities
- Transport
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 12 travellers per booking
- Age bands: Adult (15–99)
Additional information
- This tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Gluten free (not celiacs), Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women.
- This tour is not suitable for vegans, those with celiac disease and those with lactose intolerance.
- Those with dietary restrictions or food allergies need to email our Guest Experience team after booking the tour so we can arrange your ingredients.
- Unfortunately, due to the prevalence of sharp knives, hot stoves, and high surfaces, this experience is not suitable for children under 12.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
Important booking information
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Europe/Madrid
- Product code
- 39034P15
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
5.0/ 5605 reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (21) and Tripadvisor (584).
You might also like
Cruises & Boat
5 hours
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Go Fishing Dubai 5 hours Trolling & Regular Fishing
MuseumsFree cancel
1 hour
Day TripsFree cancel
1 hour
Ready to book Madrid Tapas & Paella Cooking Experience with Local Market Visit?
From EUR 95 per person · Free cancellation available
Activity information provided by Viator, an authorized travel partner. Gateera does not operate this activity.